Ram continues to electrify their lineup as the company has unveiled the all-new ProMaster EV. As the name suggests, it’s an electric van that will battle the Ford E-Transit.
Set to beat the Ram 1500 REV to market, the ProMaster EV looks virtually identical to its gasoline-powered counterpart, with both variants being based on the Fiat Ducato sold overseas. That being said, the EV features a driver’s side charging port as well as standard LED lighting units.
The van will be offered in “two mission-specific configurations.” The delivery variant is currently available for order and it features a pocket door as well as an anodized aluminum roll-up rear door. Other highlights include an “extended super-high-roof,” a 159-inch (4,039 mm) wheelbase, and a payload capacity of 2,030 lbs (921 kg).
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Ram didn’t say much about the cargo variant, but it will arrive later with 12- and 13-foot (3,658 and 3,962 mm) cargo lengths. The model will also have an increased payload capacity of up to 3,020 lbs (1,370 kg).
Moving inside, drivers will find a familiar cabin with a 10.1-inch Uconnect 5 infotainment system that has Alexa as well as Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. An assortment of options will be available including a heated steering wheel, a heated windshield, and a wireless smartphone charger.
There’s a host of standard driver assistance systems including automatic high-beam headlights, full-speed forward collision warning, crosswind assist, and post-collision braking. They’re joined by traffic sign information, drowsiness detection, and a rearview camera with dynamic gridlines.
Buyers looking for more advanced features can get Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Active Drive Assist, and Lane Keep Assist. Other options include Intelligent Speed Assist, a digital rearview mirror, and parking sensors.
A 110 kWh battery pack powers a front-mounted motor developing 268 hp (200 kW / 272 PS) and 302 lb-ft (409 Nm) of torque. This setup should give the van a range of up to 162 miles (261 km) in the city. While that might sound lackluster, the E-Transit has an estimated range of between 108 and 126 miles (174 and 203 km).
Ram didn’t say much about recharging, but confirmed the van will have a Level 2 capability of up to 11 kW. The company went on to say the ProMaster EV will be offered with DC fast charging capabilities of 50 kW, 85 kW, 125 kW, and 150 kW.
We’ll learn more information closer to launch, but Ram said the lineup will eventually expand to include five configurations. Details are limited, but the company mentioned “two roof heights, two cargo lengths, and two body styles.” The company also mentioned a best-in-class cargo capacity of 524 cubic feet (14,838 liters) as well as a best-in-class interior cargo height of 86 inches (2,184 mm).
